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img { max-width: 145px !important; max-height: 62px !important; }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->\/* Larger GROB and OG Graph logos \u2014 targeted overrides *\/<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.me-logo-item-grob {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  width: 320px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  min-width: 320px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  height: 120px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.me-logo-item-grob img {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  width: auto !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  max-width: 310px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  max-height: 112px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  height: auto !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  transform: scale(1.18);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  object-fit: contain;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] 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[et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  transform: none !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  margin: 0 auto !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.me-logo-strip .me-logo-item-grob,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.me-logo-strip .me-logo-item-og-graph {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  flex-basis: 250px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  width: 250px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  min-width: 250px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.me-logo-strip .me-logo-item-grob img,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.me-logo-strip .me-logo-item-og-graph img { max-width: 220px !important; max-height: 84px !important; }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->.me-logo-strip .me-logo-item-industry img { max-width: 190px !important; max-height: 76px !important; }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->@media (max-width: 600px) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .me-logo-strip .me-logo-track { gap: 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<\/p>\n<h2>Engineering services for complex systems.<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <pee>From detailed electrical documentation to industrial control system design, we help project teams turn technical requirements into clear, practical engineering deliverables.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-services-grid\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-service-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-service-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M4 7h16M4 12h10M4 17h16\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<h3>Electrical &amp; Pneumatic Design<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <pee>Industrial electrical and pneumatic design tailored to your project requirements.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-service-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-service-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"3\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M19 13.5a7 7 0 0 0 0-3l2-1.2-2-3.4-2.2 1a7 7 0 0 0-2.6-1.5L14 3h-4l-.3 2.4A7 7 0 0 0 7 6.9l-2.2-1-2 3.4 2 1.2a7 7 0 0 0 0 3l-2 1.2 2 3.4 2.2-1a7 7 0 0 0 2.6 1.5L10 21h4l.3-2.4a7 7 0 0 0 2.2-1.5l2.2 1 2-3.4z\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.4\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<h3>Controls &amp; Automation<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <pee>Controls and automation planning, design calculations and practical hardware solutions.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-service-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-service-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><rect x=\"5\" y=\"3\" width=\"14\" height=\"18\" rx=\"1\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M8 8h8M8 12h8M8 16h5\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.7\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<h3>Electrical Schematics<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <pee>Clear single-line and multi-line schematics, drawing format conversions and technical documentation.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-service-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-service-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"3\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" rx=\"1\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M3 9h18M9 3v18M15 9v12\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<h3>Control Panels &amp; Cabinets<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <pee>Panel and cabinet layouts for industrial automation, medium-voltage control circuits, distribution systems and variable speed drives.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-service-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-service-icon\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M8 8V5a2 2 0 1 0-2 2h12a2 2 0 1 0-2-2v14a2 2 0 1 0 2-2H6a2 2 0 1 0 2 2V8z\" 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<pee>Hardware order lists, project reports, tooling design and controls planning overviews to support project completion.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/section>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<section class=\"me-portfolio\" id=\"me-portfolio\" aria-label=\"Project imagery\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-portfolio-grid\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-portfolio-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/modernelectric.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/modern-electric-control-cabinets-2.jpg\" alt=\"Industrial electrical cabinets and control components\" loading=\"lazy\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<h3>Control Panels &amp; Electrical Cabinets<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-portfolio-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/modernelectric.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/modern-electric-plc-automation.jpg\" alt=\"Industrial PLC automation system and wiring\" loading=\"lazy\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<h3>Industrial Automation &amp; PLC Systems<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<article class=\"me-portfolio-card\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/modernelectric.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/modern-electric-eplan-autocad.jpg\" alt=\"Engineering workstation displaying electrical CAD schematics\" loading=\"lazy\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<h3>EPLAN CAE &amp; AutoCAD 2D<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/article>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/section>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    <\/p>\n<section class=\"me-section\" id=\"me-about\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-container me-about-grid\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!-- ABOUT BLOCK \u2014 NOW FIRST ON DESKTOP AND MOBILE --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-about-copy\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-section-label\">About Modern Electric<\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<h2>Technical expertise you can build on.<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-values-content\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<h3>Our Mission<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <pee>To deliver innovative, reliable and cost-effective electrical and controls engineering solutions that meet industry standards, exceed client expectations and support the success of every project.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<h3>Our Vision<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <pee>To become a globally recognised leader in electrical and controls engineering, known for technical excellence, innovative solutions and lasting partnerships with clients worldwide.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<h3>Our Values<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<ul class=\"me-check-list\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/p>\n<li><strong><u>M<\/u>otivation<\/strong> \u2013 Driven by a passion for engineering excellence, continuous improvement and delivering our very best in every project.<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/p>\n<li><strong><u>O<\/u>ptimism<\/strong> \u2013 Embracing challenges as opportunities to innovate, find practical solutions and achieve better results.<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/p>\n<li><strong><u>D<\/u>ependability<\/strong> \u2013 Building trust through reliable engineering solutions, consistent quality and a commitment to meeting our promises.<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/p>\n<li><strong><u>E<\/u>fficiency<\/strong> \u2013 Delivering smart, cost-effective engineering solutions that optimise resources, save time and meet industry standards.<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/p>\n<li><strong><u>R<\/u>elationships<\/strong> \u2013 Creating lasting partnerships through open communication, mutual respect and a genuine understanding of our clients&#8217; needs.<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/p>\n<li><strong><u>N<\/u>etworking<\/strong> \u2013 Connecting knowledge, expertise and people across industries to encourage collaboration, share ideas and achieve greater results together.<\/li>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/ul>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/div>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!-- FOUNDER BLOCK \u2014 NOW SECOND ON DESKTOP AND MOBILE --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <\/p>\n<aside class=\"me-founder-card\" aria-label=\"The person behind Modern Electric\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"me-founder-heading\"><span>Meet the Founder<\/span>The Person Behind Modern Electric<\/h2>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-founder-profile-row\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"me-founder-photo\" src=\"https:\/\/modernelectric.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/WhatsApp-Image.jpeg\" alt=\"Wayne Naidoo, founder of Modern Electric\" loading=\"lazy\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            <\/p>\n<div class=\"me-experience-profile\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <\/p>\n<h3>Wayne Naidoo<\/h3>\n<p><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <pee style=\"margin: 0;\">Senior Controls Hardware Designer<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <pee style=\"clear: both;\">Wayne Naidoo is an experienced Senior Controls Hardware Designer with over 20 years of professional experience in electrical design, hardware planning and project management for international automotive and industrial projects.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <pee>His technical expertise includes the development and optimisation of electrical and pneumatic schematics, hardware specification, bill of materials (BOM) generation and technical project planning using EPLAN P8 and AutoCAD.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <pee>Having served as a Controls Engineering Manager, Wayne brings extensive experience in delivering complex greenfield and brownfield projects, leading international hardware design teams, and coordinating technical activities across multiple project environments.<\/pee><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              <pee>Beyond his design expertise, Wayne offers strong capabilities in project planning, resource management and technical customer support. 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